Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Blair Athol
£90
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blair Athol | Clynelish |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.5% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £89.94 | £57.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £90.
For beginners: Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.94 vs £57.12)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£57.12 vs £89.94)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)